Payroll Specialist - Waterloo, Canada - Sun Life

Sun Life

Verified Company

Waterloo, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you'll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self.

You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you.

Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights.

Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do.

Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

1 Year Contract Opportunity

Reporting to the Associate Director, Payroll Operations, the Payroll Specialist will be responsible to process biweekly payroll for 800+ US employees.

This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, tax and benefit processing while adhering to the local policies, regulations, and compliance requirements within their mandate.

The Payroll Specialist will actively participate in the process improvement, month end and year end processes. This position will also be accountable for assisting in all payroll-related audits, and payroll related inquiries.

What will you do?

Process endtoend biweekly payroll processing for 800+ US employees
Ensure the timely and accurate preparation and delivery of the organization's payroll
Process and monitor garnishment orders
Maintain database of personnel information and accurate payroll records
Verify and reconcile timekeeping records to ensure accuracy
Ensure payroll practices adherence to local policies, regulations, and compliance requirements
Prepare US year end employee tax slips or forms and submission of government filings within established deadlines
Support all internal and external payroll related reporting requests
Participate in all internal and external audits
Handle payroll inquiries
Perform other duties as required in support of Company objectives

What do you need to succeed?

Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Excellent knowledge of US Payroll processes, taxations, experience with ADP Workforce and/or other payroll systems
Experience in payroll accounting (general ledger entries, reconciliations, etc.)
Able to work in a fastpaced, high volume setting in our growing company.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources or related field
Payroll designation or another formal payroll training would be an asset
Minimum of 2+ years HR, Payroll or Accounting experience

What's in it for you?

Time off giving you the flexibility to focus on the moments that matter
Pension Plan participation starts immediately, and you are automatically enrolled. We help you save more with Sun Life automatic and matching contributions and by including both your salary and bonus when making

contributions

Flexible Benefits from the day you join to meet the needs of you and your family
We're honoured to be recognized as a 2023 Best Workplaces in Ontario by Great Place to Work Canada

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At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work.

Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range:

47,000/ ,000/77 000

Job Category:

Human Resources

Posting End Date:

25/02/2024